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"Your Host" Mickey Hiter Mickey Hiter played baseball at Lipscomb University. In addition to being a professional baseball instructor at Hit After Hit Baseball Academy, Mickey's baseball teams won over 500 games in 15 seasons and played in 6 World Series. In 1998 his team won the NABF High School World Series. Mickey is President of SANDLOTT Baseball an organization that develops elite travel leagues with over 200 teams in the U.S. and Canada.	The Athletes Parents Show is a weekly show featuring guests from all areas of youth sports. The show airs at 5:00 AM every Saturday and 9:00 PM every Sunday on WLAC 1510 AM and streams live over the internet at this site. We have broadcast over 250 shows during the past four years and all of our shows are available for you to listen to at your convenience. Please click on the Show Description below to listen. If you have any ideas for a show topic or if you are interested in being a guest on the show please contact us by clicking the contact us tab at the top of the home page. If you have youth sports questions we've got answers, on the Athletes Parents Show. Past Shows 7/11/2010-Are You a Truly Good Sports Parent? Mickey Hiter 6/27/2010-Youth Baseball and the Major League Marquis Grissom - MLB Player and Coach 6/20/2010-The Internet and Youth Sports Rob Mackey - Web Administrator 6/13/2010-An Honorable Profession Al Hudson - Sports Writer 6/6/2010-a Story of Persistence and Inspiration Jim Abbot 5/30/2010-Womans Professional Softball Ernie Reynolds - GM TN Diamonds 5/23/2010-Sportsmanship John Frere 5/16/2010-Some Problems in Youth Sports Gerald Masterson PHD. 5/9/2010-Meaningful Sports Experiences Robin Calamaio 5/2/2010-Recreational Youth Leagues Chris Mercado - Recreational Baseball League Administrator 4/25/2010-How to Choose a Youth Sport Mickey Hiter 4/18/2010-National Association of Youth Sports John Engh - NAYS 4/11/2010-The Encyclopedia of Sports Parenting Dan Doyle - Author, Basketball Coach 4/4/2010-Why Youth Sports is Important! Mickey Hiter and David Brooks 3/28/2010-Coaching Philosophy for New Coaches Mickey Hiter 3/21/2010-Playing Sports is Stretch Jonathan Demarie - Vanderbilt Sports Medicine 3/14/2010-We're Missing the Point Mickey Hiter 3/6/2010-How to Win a Sports Scholarship Mickey and Penny review the steps in the recruiting process. Penny Hastings 2/28/2010-The Psychology of Sports Jonathan Katz returns for a wide ranging discussion of the mental aspects of youth sports. Jonathan Katz - Sports Psychologist 2/21/2010-Innovative Pitching Training Ron Wolforth and Mickey discuss the latest innovations in training for baseball pitchers. Ron Wolforth 2/14/2010-Balancing athletics and academics Tim Corbin discusses the challenges of balancing athletics and academics as a college athlete. Tim Corbin - Vanderbilt University Head Baseball Coach 2/7/2010-13 Ways of Being a Better Sports Parent Mickey shares ideas on being a parent of a youth sports player. Mickey Hiter 1/30/2010-Catching Tips and Fundamentals Roy Anderson shares tips and fundamentals for being a better baseball catcher. Roy Anderson Coach and Author 1/2/2010-Ask the coach Some surprising information from sports writer Rick Wolf Rick Wolf - Author 12/26/2009-Speed Training - Matt Poe Sports training Specialist Matt Poe gives you tips on gaining the edge thru speed and strength training. Matt Poe - Speed and strength trainer 12/19/2009-Combines, Camps and Showcases Former University of Tennessee and the coach with the most wins career wins evaluates Combines, camps and showcases Rod Delmonico - Legendary UT Baseball Coach 12/12/2009-Special Encore Presentation TBA TBA 12/5/2009-Persistence is omnipotent Hear a real story of persistence winning out from Major League pitcher R A Dickey R A Dickey - Major League Pitcher 11/28/2009-Innovative pitching techniques Baseball pitching innovator Ron Wolforth gives us great insight into the bio-mechanics of pitching Ron Wolforth - Pitching Coach 11/21/2009-Baseball Practice tips University of TN Head Baseball Coach gives us some tips on setting up practice and some practice drills Todd Raleigh - U of TN Baseball Coach 11/14/2009-College Sports Scholarships and entrance requirements College Athletic Director Phillip Hutcheson gives us information on winning a college sports scholarship and gaining entrance into college. Phillip Hutcheson Athletic Director Lipscomb U 11/7/2009-Parenting tips for youth sports parents Dr Stratton gives us insight on some parenting tips for youth sports parents Dr. Richard Stratton - author for many youth sports issues 10/31/2009-Preventing Youth Sport Burnout Some surprising reasons behind a condition know as youth sports burnout and how to prevent it Mickey Hiter 10/24/2009-A students guide on being a better student athlete Dr Saferstein gives us insight on being a better student athlete Dr Dan Saferstein 10/17/2009-Track Mom Lorraine Williams gives us tips on how to promote a track program for younger kids Lorraine Williams - Track Mom 10/10/2009-Great sideline suggestions Tips on being a positive influence from the sidelines Dr. Darrell Burnett 10/3/2009-Dedicated or Over the Top Parent? Finding the fine line of being a supportive parent or the parent that takes it too far Gordon Marino 9/26/2009-Mental training Strategies Mental training strategies explained by one of the most respected authorities in the field. Patrick Cohn PHD 9/19/2009-Fellowship of Christian Athletes Steve Robinson with the FCA talks about building character and people thru youth sports. Steve Robinson 9/12/2009-Mental training Strategies Dr Patrick Cohn of Peal Performance Sports gives us great mental training strategies. Patrick Cohn PHD 9/5/2009-Youth Sports Heroes The people behind the stories. The unsung heroes who help us all supporting youth sports. Mickey Hiter 8/29/2009-How do you correct an "I" attitude? David Jacobson gives us the answer to the question - how do you correct an "I" attitude? David Jacobson - Positive Coaching Alliance 8/21/2009-How can youth sports benefit your child? We give many good answers to the question - how can youth sports benefit your child? Mickey Hiter 8/1/2009-Volunteers the backbone of youth sports Some of the volunteer youth sports programs that operate with government to make facilities and programs the best that they can be Tommy Lynch - Metro Nashville Parks and Rec 7/25/2009-Tips to winning a college scholarship Some traditional and some new ideas on how to win a college scholarship Rob Mackey 7/11/2009-Doing it exactly right The difference in success and failure is the difference between doing something exactly right instead of almost right Mickey Hiter 7/4/2009-Soccer tips Lipscomb Head Soccer Coach Charles Morrow shares some great soccer tips. Charles Morrow 6/27/2009-Golf tips Teaching Professional Golf Pro of the Year Brian Lackey shares some great golf tips Brian LAckey 6/20/2009-You might need a straight jacket Sports columnist and author Earl Austin shares some sports stories that ask the question "Do you need a straight jacket" Earl Austin 6/13/2009-Your kids not going pro Youth sports activist Bob Cook speaks to the reality of youth sports and it's role Bob Cook 6/6/2009-Baseball Pitching tips Trevecca U Head Baseball and pitching coach Jonathan Burton shares some great pitching tips Jonathan Burton 5/30/2009-Youth Sports Feel Good Stories We focus on the really good people in today's youth sports and their feel good stories. Mike O'Halloran 5/23/2009-Parental Code of Ethics Dr Greg Dale speaks to a parental code of ethics and how to deal with sideline rage Dr Greg Dale - Duke University Sports Psychology consultant 5/16/2009-America's obsession with youth sports Author Mark Hyman speaks about America's obsession with youth sports and his book "Until it hurts" Mark Hyman -author and youth sports activist 5/9/2009-Prevention and care of athletic Injuries Dr Damon Petty answers questions on how to prevent and care for athletic injuires Dr Damon Petty Orthopedic Surgeon 5/2/2009-Sideline rage Jay Goldstein discusses "sideline rage" based on studies he performed on the subject Jay Goldstein 4/25/2009-Overcoming Adversity and Beating the Odds Lester McClain the first black football player in the SEC talks about adversity and succeeding against the odds. Lester McClain - University of TN and Chicago Bears receiver. 4/18/2009-What's a player's coach? College coach Jeff Forehand answers questions about player motivation and the relationship between player and coach. Jeff Forehand - Head baseball Coach Lipscomb U. 4/11/2009-What's attitude and character got to do with it? Major Leaguer Stubby Clapp back from the World Games will answer what else can be gained thru youth sports activities Stubby Clapp 4/4/2009-Is Sportsmanship part of your game? Jon Frere lecturer and author answers questions concerning sportsmanship in today's youth sports. Jon Frere 3/28/2009-Will speed and strength training give you :the edge"? Matt Poe gives you tips on gaining the edge thru speed and strength training. Matt Poe 3/21/2009-Tips to improve SPEED Track coach Kelly Carter gives us tips on how to improve speed Kelly Carter - TN State Head Track coach 3/14/2009-What do young athletes really need? Youth counselor will give the parent some insight into best assist their child thru the youth sports journey. David Denton 3/7/2009-Professional sports opportunities for women What's out there on the horizon for the gifted female athlete? Cheri Kempf 2/21/2009-What I've learned on the Athletes Parents Show We've done 203 APS shows. Here's some of what I've learned. Mickey Hiter 2/14/2009-What does discipline mean to this generation? Discipline and work ethic as it pertains to today's youth sports. Matt Poe - Speed and strength trainer 2/7/2009-The Liberation diet and health misconceptions A look at health misconceptions and a very good healthy diet for the young athlete Kevin Brown and Annette Presley 1/31/2009-Old Timers Baseball Association A look at hot stove leagues and the Nashville Old Timers Baseball Associations 71st annual banquet Skip Nipper 12/27/2008-How to win a sports scholarship Author Penny Hastings shares information from her book on "How to Win a Sports Scholarship" Penny Hastings author 12/20/2008-The Special Olympics A special look at the Special Olympics an event for challenged Athletes Joseph Gray and Kelly Carter TSU track coach 12/13/2008-How to win a sports scholarship Penny Hastings has written a book on how to win a sports scholarship. She will give insight on how to take the best steps in winning a scholarship. Penny Hastings 11/29/2008-Real Baseball Intelligence Real Baseball Intelligence looks into why certain players are drafted and how they're evaluated to attain draft status Ben Hyman 11/22/2008-YMCA programs and sports The YMCA continues to promote health sports and youth programs Richard Minchey 11/15/2008-Positive Coaching Alliance A look at an organization that concentrates their efforts to promote positive coaching David Jacobson 11/8/2008-Athletes and Authors Summer Academy A look at a new program that combines academics and sports for the good of the young athlete Ansel Sanders 11/1/2008-Sports 4 Kids A new successful program that helps kids learn and play youth sports Jill Vialet 10/25/2008-The Psychology of Sports Jonathan Katz gives us an insight into the Psychology of Youth Sports Jonathan Katz 10/18/2008-Real Baseball Intelligence Ben Hyman tell us how and why some players make it to the professional baseball level Ben Hyman 10/11/2008-Track Mom How and Why to be a track Mom Dr Lorraine Williams 9/27/2008-13 Ways to Winning Sports Parenting Dr Alan Goldberg gives us 13 steps to take to be a successful Sports Parent Mickey Hiter 9/20/2008-Youth Sports in Society The show answers questions concerning the role of youth sports in society Dave Czesniuk - Northwestern University 9/6/2008-The Adult role in youth sports An in depth look at the role parents do play and could play in youth sports Mark Hyman 8/23/2008-Sport Specialization A look at specialization in a single sport for high school students Mickey Hiter - Jon Frere 8/16/2008-Mixed Martial Arts A look at mixed martial arts and the benefits for young athletes Ed Clay 8/2/2008-Entitlement and an inside look at the Little League World Series A look at the from the inside of the Little League World Series and a discussion on today’s generation attitude of entitlement Orestes Destrade 7/26/2008-Youth Sports marketing A discussion with marketing expert Steve Shelton concerning fund raising and other way to help your favorite team Steve Shelton 7/19/2008-The Ministry of Sports David is the founder of Day Star Ministries and author of the book "Becoming a Dad" Encore Show David Thomas 7/16/2008-Mixed Martial Arts A look at Mixed Martial Arts Ed Clay 6/28/2008-The game within the game Players and parents need to learn that there's a game within the game. Tune in and learn how to play Mickey Hiter 5/31/2008-Mental training Strategies Dr Cohn leads us thru the best way to train mentally for sports Patrick Cohn PHD 5/10/2008-Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries Practical care from a certified sports trainer for the prevention and care of athletic injuries Paul Malloy - Vanderbilt Sports Medicine 5/3/2008-A plethora of advice and a paucity of assistance A plethora of advice and a paucity of assistance. Random information for the Athlete's Parents Mickey Hiter 4/26/2008-Win or lose a guide to better sports parenting Dan Safersteins book Win or Lose is a great easy read for tips into better sports parenting Dan Saferstein - author of Win or Lose 4/12/2008-How to help choose a sport for your young athletes Guests from Soccer, basketball, softball, baseball and other sports give you information for each sport Several guests 4/5/2008-Third Anniversary Show - best of the Athletes Parents Show Third Anniversary Show - the best of The Athletes Parents Show Mickey Hiter 3/29/2008-The Encyclopedia For Sports Parenting A brief look at a new encyclopedia for sports parenting Dan Doyle 3/15/2008-Youth Sports Nutrition Nutritional guidelines for young athletes Mickey Hiter 3/8/2008-Baseball drills and tips The latest in drills and baseball tips from one of the best instructors in baseball today Bruce Lambin 3/1/2008-Sports and the Game of Life -encore show Originator of the Athletes Parents Show Rocky Hendrickson rejoins the show in an encore appearance Rocky Hendrickson - President Hallmark VW 2/23/2008-The Psychology of Sports Sports Psychologist Jonathan Katz will talk about the importance on the mental part of sports and how psychology can play a positive role in the athletes performance. Jonathan Katz 2/16/2008-Cheating and Sportsmanship A discussion on the student athlete's relationship to sportsmanship and cheating Jon Frere 2/9/2008-Baseball tips from UT Baseball Coach Todd Raleigh U of Tennessee head baseball coach Todd Raleigh adds great baseball tips for the young athlete Todd Raleigh - U of TN Baseball Coach 2/2/2008-The adult role in youth sports An indepth look into the role an adult should play in youth sports Mark Hyman 1/19/2008-Getting prepared to coach Details on preparation all youth coaches need to be a competent coach Chris Mercado 1/12/2008-Old Timers Baseball Association The Old Timers Baseball Association's Programs Rip Ryman and Farrell Owens 12/22/2007-Developing Leadership skills and softball tips A look into leadership skills for the young athlete plus some great softball tips from gold medalist Michelle Smith Lawrence Hsieh and Michelle Smith 12/15/2007-A Parental Guide to high school sports Some very helpful tips for parents on how to get the most out of the high school experience Jerry Reeder 12/8/2007-Global Baseball Alliance Information about the Global Baseball Alliance an organization dedicated to improving youth baseball Larry Redwine and Fran Pell 12/1/2007-Harvard Boys - a unique loook at minor league baseball Two Harvard graduates, father and son both ended up in the minors and have a uniques perspective into the minor league game Rick Wolff and John Wolff 11/24/2007-Reality Radio - real youth sports stories Real youth sports stories inspirational, surprising, disappointing and humorius Mickey Hiter 11/17/2007-Youth Triathlons Information and tips concerning Youth Triathlons Steve Charles and Mark Evans - Acme Sports 11/10/2007-Useful informaton and where to find it Useful information on the best web sites, the best books and other information concerning youth athletics Mickey Hiter 11/3/2007-Let the Kids Play Afrank discussion about insuring that kids are allowed to play their sport with minimal parental influences Bob Bigelow 10/27/2007-I won't cheat ADon't miss this show -Dale Murphy talks about steroid use and other youth baseball issues Dale Murphy Atlanta Braves Legend 10/20/2007-Encore Show Revisit one of our best shows Mickey Hiter 10/13/2007-The Parent Coach Frank discussion about parents that coach their children John Engh 10/6/2007-Did you Know? A list of things you may not know about youth sports Chuck Hellman 9/29/2007-Bullies and violence in youth sports Author Chuck Hellamn discusses bullies and violence in youth sports Chuck Hellman 9/22/2007-Encore Show Encore Show Mickey Hiter 9/15/2007-Conducting an effective practice Some great tips conducting more efficient and more fun practices Marty Schupak 9/8/2007-Hit the re-set button A look at players that quit playing sports many times mid-season Mickey Hiter 9/1/2007-The self-disciplined athlete book author Dr Robert Brooks will give his insight into raising your child to have self discipline Mickey Hiter 8/25/2007-Black Athletes in Baseball RBI Baseball - a great way to stop the decline in the black athlete playing baseball Reggie Whittamore 8/18/2007-Youth Sports - Is it really for the kids? An honest look at what many parents are saying versus what their actions really are Mickey Hiter 8/4/2007-Good advice for the student athlete Here's some good advice for the student athlete. While this show speaks directly to the athlete the parent may pick up some good tips to pass along to their young athlete. Mickey Hiter 7/28/2007-What it takes to be a professional athlete Several professional athletes give some insight as to what's necessary to play at the pro level with special guest host Matt Poe Matt Poe - Nick Hiter 7/14/2007-Finding the right age and sport for your child Mickey Hiter 7/7/2007-No shortcuts no excuses Mickey Hiter 6/30/2007-Tips on getting your child scouted for college Some great tips and ideas on how to get your athlete scouted and recruited for college athletics Al Hudson 6/23/2007-College Wood Bat Leagues Advantages to playing in college wood bat leagues Members of the SANDLOTT Wood Bat League 6/16/2007-A Second Opinion on Youth Sports Part II More tips on sports parenting Mickey Hiter 6/9/2007-More ways to enjoy your childs sports season Another opinion on the best way to enjoy your childs youth sports season. Al Hudson 6/2/2007-Coaching tip for Lacrosse Terry Nichter 5/26/2007-Are you truly a good sports parent A realistic, homest look at whether you're truly doing what's best for your child as a sports parent Mickey Hiter 5/19/2007-Sports management Careers Opportunities to continue to participate in sports after graduation Trisha Sextro 5/12/2007-Baseball Around the World Pete Caliendo from Caliendo Sports International talks with Mickey about youth baseball around the world. Pete Caliendo 5/5/2007-Sports and the game of life Harry Rotbart noted Youth Sports Author relates sports lessons to life lessons. Harley Rotbart 4/28/2007-Power and Weightlifting Matt Poe certified sports trainer and champion power lifter discusses proper training techniqes Matt Poe 4/21/2007-What you need to know to be a youth sports coach Mickey Hiter discusses the training and attitude needed to be a good youth sports coach. Mickey Hiter 4/14/2007-Raising a Team Player Harry Sheehy 4/7/2007-Anniversary Show Anniversary Show 3/31/2007-Michigan State Study of Youth Sports Dr. Dan Gould 3/24/2007-Top 10 reasons to involve your child in sports Mickey Hiter 3/17/2007-Sideline Suggestions Dr. Darrell Burnett 3/10/2007-Gymnastics Discussion on training and competition in youth gymnastics. Gaby Geiculescu 3/3/2007-Sportsmanship Jon Frere 2/24/2007-Principle of Youth Sports Coaching Mickey Hiter 2/17/2007-Coaching tips for girls fast pitch softball Cheri Kempf 2/10/2007-Student Athlete Guide to competition and Life Dan Saperstein 2/3/2007-Sports Field Care Bill Marbet 1/20/2007-Youth Sports teams travel tips Susan Nabhan 1/13/2007-Mom's role in youth sports Brooke de Lench 1/6/2007-Old timers Baseball Association Skip Nipper and Gerald Montgomery 12/30/2006-Positive Coaching Techniques Mickey Hiter 12/23/2006-Coaching tips for wrestling Frank Simpson 12/23/2006-Coaching tips for wrestling Frank Simpson 12/16/2006-Internet - A wonderful resource for youth sports Rob Mackey 11/25/2006-Youth Coaching Objectives - Philosophies and Goals Mickey Hiter 11/18/2006-Youth Coaching Objectives - Philosophies and Goals Part One of a two part series on Youth Sports caoching objectives Mickey Hiter 11/11/2006-Community Sports Network Jeff Chambers and Bruce Strine 10/28/2006-Canadian Youth Baseball Mel Oswald and Tex Montgomery 10/21/2006-Coaching tips for youth Swimmers John Morse 10/14/2006-The youth coach- it's more than wins and losses Mickey Hiter 10/7/2006-The optimum Attitude Great insight from a major league baseball player that played the game with total effort and maximum hustle. An inspirational tetiment on getting up to play your best game each and every day. Stubby Clapp 1/1/1900- Correction on the web site address for Youth Sports Club Marty Schupak 1/1/1900-Fellowship of Christian Athletes Steve Robinson with the FCA tells how FCA and sports are building character and better people. Steve Robinson
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